MidAmerica Plastic Surgery: Ryan Diederich, MD
4955 South State Route 159 #1
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 288-7855
Monday: 7 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

The Spa at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery
4955 South State Route 159 #1
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 307-6233
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Category Archives: Education

Correct & Prevent: Neuromodulators

As we age, we develop fine lines and wrinkles that can make us look older than we actually feel. It’s natural for our face to constantly be showing expression, but aging comes with the loss of collagen production. Collagen plays a key role in the structure of our skin, meaning our skin won’t have the …

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Restylane: A Family of Fillers

February was all about Kysseable lips! Lip filler has rose in popularity over the years, becoming a commonplace treatment for more volumized lips that make a statement. However, our providers at The Spa at MidAmerica inject dermal filler in many areas of the face. As we age, our body’s natural collagen production begins to slow, …

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Detecting Implant Ruptures

Did you know that breast implants are among the most studied medical devices on the market? Breast implants have been approved by The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for "increasing breast size, for reconstruction after surgery or trauma, and to correct developmental defects." Breast implants are commonly used in breast augmentation procedures to help women …

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How to Choose a Plastic Surgeon

If you are starting from scratch in your search for a plastic surgeon, it might seem overwhelming if you type “best plastic surgery practice in St. Louis” into a search engine. The number of results will fill page after page - and that doesn’t count the practices in nearby areas that avoid the hassle of …

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Sculptra Aesthetic: Natural Results That Last!

Are you looking for a more "natural" injectable? You are in the right place! Sculptra® Aesthetic has been in the United States since 1999, but has recently gained more popularity throughout the Midwest. We are proud to offer this unique product in our Glen Carbon, IL office. What is Sculptra® Aesthetic? Sculptra® Aesthetic is an …

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1 Product That Will Change Your Skin!

Selecting the best regimen for your skin can be an overwhelming process. At The Spa at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery, we are here to help assist you through the process and ensure we are targeting your specific skin concerns. Offering nearly 100 different options, we have products to suit every skin type and concern. Today we …

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How to Provide Support during Recovery from Cosmetic Surgery

It’s important to have a good support system during recovery from cosmetic surgery. Whether the person having surgery is a spouse, significant other, or friend, you are who they will turn to! So how can you help them? Attend as many appointments with them as you can. The consultation will go over all the information …

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Types of Skin Cancer

A main area of focus for Laura McKinzie, FNP, is treating skin cancers. This typically starts with an annual skin check and subsequent biopsies, if needed. She is able to treat certain skin cancers in the office through the Modified Mohs procedure. Learn more about the different types of skin cancer below. Basal Cell Carcinoma …

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Is It Time for a Breast Augmentation Revision?

Many breast augmentation patients will need to consider revision at some point in their life even if they are thrilled with the initial outcome. Sometimes, this is simply because the patient desires a different aesthetic appearance such as changing implant size or adding a lift as things continue to settle. Other times, there is an …

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VISIA Skin Analysis at The Spa at MidAmerica

We are excited to announce The Spa at MidAmerica has added the VISIA Skin Analysis to our Glen Carbon, IL practice. This device will not only allow you to become more in touch with your skin health, but it will also allow us to pick the best treatment plan 100% customized to your skin and …

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